Seven Hills of Rome (Sette Colli di Roma) Tours
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From the site of its foundation to the residence of its head of state, the Seven Hills of Rome (Sette Colli di Roma) are an integral part of the city’s historic and cultural identity. Follow Rome’s history, from individual communes to its rise to power as an empire until the present-day. Visitors can find traces of the city’s storied history in the Seven Hills.
The Basics
Before a city called Rome even existed, the area's marshy valleys and steep hills offered natural protection to the individual communities that eventually united as the population increased. In the fourth century BC, Ancient Rome's Servian walls encircled the Seven Hills. While modern Rome has far outgrown its original limits, the Seven Hills area still serves as the geographic and historic heart of the city.
The hills—prominent in ancient times—can be hard to distinguish amid modern Rome’s jumble of buildings, so it's best to visit with a local guide. Touring by Vespa, Italy's famous peppy scooter, is a fun way to see the Seven Hills.
Things to Know Before You Go
- The Seven Hills have something for everyone, from Roman ruins for history buffs to sweeping parks for kids.
- If you're planning to tour all seven, you'll be outdoors for at least a few hours. Be sure to wear a hat and sunscreen in the summer.
- The Seven Hills are in a rather compact area, but still require quite a bit of walking, so wear comfortable shoes.
- Some of the sights on the Seven Hills are accessible to wheelchairs while others are not. Confirm in advance if the individual attractions you would like to visit on each hill are accessible.
How to Get There
The hills of Rome are east of the river Tiber, within the walls of the ancient city and covering most of the historic center of Rome. You can walk between the hills, or take the metro to save time.
When to Get There
Touring the Seven Hills requires being outdoors for a long time, so it’s best done on a clear day when temperatures are mild.
The Seven Hills
Legend states Romulus founded Rome in the central hill of Palatine, now an archaeological site. The largest Esquiline Hill was a park before becoming the site of Domus Aurea. Aventine Hill has its many temples, Capitoline Hill has Rome’s city hall, and Caelian Hill was a fashionable and wealthy district. Quirinal Palace, the Italian head of state’s official residence, sits atop Quirinal Hill, which along with Viminal Hill (Viminale) are two of the smallest hills.
Address: Rome, Italy
30 Tours and Activities to Experience Seven Hills of Rome (Sette Colli di Roma)
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Private Tour: Pompeii and Positano Day Trip from Rome
Combine stunning Italian scenery with one of the country’s most fascinating historical sites on this private day trip from Rome to Positano and Pompeii with your own transport and driver. Start with the UNESCO World Heritage–listed archaeological site of Pompeii for an exploration of its volcanic ruins. Then hit the Amalfi Coast to visit the seaside village of Positano, where you are free to enjoy its charms on your own. When booking, you have the option to include a guided tour of Pompeii; otherwise, explore the ruins independently.
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$447.82
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$447.82
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Private Tour: Pompeii Day Trip from Rome
Visit Pompeii the easy way with private round-trip transportation from Rome. In a comfortable minivan with a private driver, arrive relaxed at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you either explore independently or take a tour with a knowledgeable guide, depending on the option selected when booking. Learn about the Mt. Vesuvius eruption that covered this ancient city in ash some 2,000 years ago, and marvel at the well-preserved ruins that have frozen the city in time.
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$375.80
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$375.80
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Private Pasta Making class in the vineyard with wine tour in Rome countryside
On this 5-hour excursion you'll head out of Rome with your private driver to the wooded hills of Castelli Romani. The tour, stops at Antico Casale, where you'll meet the winemaker and then tour the vineyard and cellars. Learn how the wine is produced and maybe even a fresh off of the vine.This tour includes an amazing culinary experience, you will be welcomed by our professional chef.
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$331.89
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$331.89
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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3.5 hour private tour; taste Italian wines in the Roman countryside
On this tour, which lasts three and a half hours, we will go out of Rome with a private driver on a beautiful black Mercedes and arrive in the wooded area of the Roman castles.
This area is famous for its excellent wines and selected grapes but also for its delicious food such as "porchetta", cured meats, oil and cheese.
We will visit the vineyard that extends towards the city and the cellar where the wines are left to ferment. We will meet the cellar master who will guide us through the tasting of the wines we will make in the splendid 18th century farmhouse.
The wines will be accompanied by excellent tastings of local specialties. We will take some pictures, visit the wine shop and then our driver will take you back to the city.
You will be able to enjoy the beauties of a pleasant place surrounded by greenery far from the city. ideal for spending a few hours relaxing.
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$211.30
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$211.30
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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Private Vineyard Walk & Roman Wine Tastings
Get to know the Castelli Romani wine region, located in the Alban Hills, on this tour from Rome. You’ll visit Santa Benedetta winery, one of the oldest in the region, where you’ll enjoy a tour and tasting session of three of the estate’s wines, plus Italian snacks like cheese, cured meats, bread and olive oil from the winery. On the way to Santa Benedetta, admire the Lazio countryside, passing by villages like Frascati and Grottaferrata.
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Private One Day Tour from Rome to Positano Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast
The Amalfi Coast is one of Italy’s most popular destinations—and this private tour from Rome makes it possible to see the sights in a single day. Meet your guide at your hotel, and hop aboard an air-conditioned minivan. Your first destination is Sorrento, where you'll have time at your leisure to explore. Next, continue to picturesque Positano. Stroll on the beach, browse boutiques, or enjoy a seafood meal (own expense).
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$856.29
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Wine Food and Sightseeing Tour of Castelli Romani old villages and lakes
Get to know the countryside of Rome on this private tasting and sightseeing tour. Visit the Pope’s summer residence in Castel Gandolfo, stroll through the medieval streets of Nemi, and admire the beautiful scenery at Lake Albano. Then sit down to a delicious lunch at a local farmhouse complete with wine to get a taste of the delicious cuisine from this region.
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$517.17
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$517.17
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Rome - Castelli Romani Private Wine Tour
On this excursion you head out of Rome with your private driver to the wooded hills of Castelli Romani. Roman castles, but in reality it simply refers to a collection of wine-producing hills just southeast of Rome.
The tour, stops at Antico Casale, where you meet the winemaker and then tour the vineyard and cellars. Learn how the wine is produced and maybe even a sample fresh grape off the vine.
After the winery tour, you sit down for a tasting session and sample 3 varieties of wine that are produced here.
Each wine is paired with a delicious Italian specialty, such as Roman pizza or olive oil.
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$212.15
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$212.15
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Rome: Wine Tour & Pasta Making Class in a Frascati's vineyard - 5 hours
On this exclusive, half-day excursion, you’ll head to the panoramic Castelli Romani—a set of picturesque towns overlooking metropolitan Rome—for a wine tasting and pasta-making workshop. First, tour the vineyards and cellars of Antico Casale, and sample three varieties of regional Italian wine. Then, get hands-on instruction from a professional chef in preparing the perfect pasta dish.
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$326.14
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$326.14
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

Food, Wine & Sightseeing Day Trip Tour to Frascati and Castelli Romani
Located just on the edge of Rome, the Castelli Romani region is known for its beautiful scenery and tranquil, hilltop towns—and this private tour offers a seamless way to explore. In the morning, meet your guide at your Rome hotel, and set off via private vehicle. You’ll tour local vineyards and will learn more about Frascati wine before venturing to sightseeing highlights like the Castel Gandolfo and the neighboring town of Nemi. Before returning to Rome, you’ll also stop at a local farm for a traditional lunch, plus wine.
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$430.77
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$430.77
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Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

Rome Uncovered: Private Tour of Historic Rome
See Rome’s beautiful piazzas and landmarks on this walking tour through the historical center. With an insider guide, explore the Eternal City on a route that takes you along Via Veneto, past Villa Borghese, down Via Nazionale and by the Roman Forum area. Soak up the sights and atmosphere of five city piazzas: Repubblica, Quirinale, Barberini, Spagna and Popolo.
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$159.22
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$159.22
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Private Pizza Making class in the vineyard with wine tour in Rome countryside
On this 5-hour excursion you'll head out of Rome with your private driver to the wooded hills of Castelli Romani. The name of the area translates as Roman castles, but in reality it simply refers to a collection of wine-producing hills just southeast of Rome.The tour, stops at Antico Casale, where you'll meet the winemaker and then tour the vineyard and cellars. Learn how the wine is produced and maybe even a grape fresh off of the vine. This tour includes an amazing culinary experience, you will be welcomed by our professional chef.
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$348.01
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$348.01
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Self Drive Tour of Rome and Roman Castels in Classic Auto from Rome in full day with lunch
Explore Rome on a self-driving tour in an Italian car from the 1960s or ‘70s. With an escort, you’ll cruise leisurely along a route that takes you past less-seen sights and Roman castles surrounding the city. If you don’t want to drive, you may request a driver at no additional fee.
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$372.87
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$372.87
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Frascati: private and traditional wine tour - 3.5 hours
On this excursion you head out of Rome with your private driver to the wooded hills of Castelli Romani. The tour stops at Antico Casale, where you'll meet the winemaker and then tour the vineyard and cellars . Learn how the wine is produced and maybe even a sample fresh grape off the vine.
After the winery tour, you sit down for a tasting session and sample 3 varieties of wine that are produced here. The first wine you taste is a white wine The second is a red wine IGP, which has a protected geographical indication. And last but not least, taste a sweet Cannellino wine.
Each wine is paired with a delicious Italian specialty, such as Roman pizza or Minardi olive oil, as well as in-season fruits and vegetables from the garden
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$200.24
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$200.24
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Castelli Romani Tour by Vespa
See Rome on your own with the convenience of a full-day Vespa motorbike rental. Zip around the Castelli Romani (Roman Castles), which is located about 12.5 miles (25km) from central Rome. You can visit the picturesque village of Frascati and see the gorgeous Villa Aldobrandini; cruise along the ancient Roman road the Appian Way (Via Appica); take in the Villa di Massenzio, and the Papal Palace of Castel Gandolfo.Your tour includes lunch, two helmets, a security lock and a guide to the region.
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$228.34
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Rome: Wine Tour & Pizza Making Class in a Frascati's vineyard - 5 hours
Discover the secrets of traditional Italian pizza amid the vineyards of Castelli Romani on this tour from Rome. Enjoy a guided tour and wine tasting at a local winery; sample a selection of red and white wines; and take part in a pizza-themed cooking class with a professional chef. Finally, sit down to enjoy a delicious lunch including your homemade pizza.
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$326.14
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$326.14
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

Day Trip to Rome Countryside including Nemi, Frascati, Castelgandolfo
If you're looking to get out of urban Rome and into the surrounding countryside, this fully customizable tour might be for you. Your personal driver will pick you up from your Rome hotel and drive you out into nature, with stops at Nemi, Ariccia, Castelgandolfo, and Frascati along the way.
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$617.14
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Private 3.5-Hour Castelli Romani Wine Tasting Tour from Rome
Thanks to this experience not far from the Eternal City, you can appreciate natural and gastronomical treasures and traditions of this area.
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$189.27
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$189.27
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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From Rome to the Castles: taste the typical wines in 3 hours with the private tour
Visit one of the most beautiful areas around Rome famous for its beautiful landscapes. Taste the local wine products accompanied by local gastronomic specialties.
Admire the beautiful 17th century structure and enjoy a few hours of complete relaxation.
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$205.72
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$205.72
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Private Tour: Catholic Rome Half Day Tour
Immerse yourself in Rome's historically important Catholic side on this info-packed and entertaining tour through the spiritual underbelly of the Eternal City. With a driver chauffeuring you around Rome in a comfortable car, tour the city's main churches, from ancient basilicas to significant saintly sites, and then stop into a restaurant to tuck into a hearty Roman lunch.
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$346.29
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Rome - Frascati: Private Wine Tasting Tour
With 160 acres of vines surrounding 17th century architecture and 3rd century caverns lined with French oak barrels, this is a treasure to behold. Let your guide reveal the secrets of traditional winemaking. Learn how Imperial Rome became the cradle of wine culture and why the Nectar of the Gods went from being a symbol of the elite to a pleasure enjoyed by all.
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$205.72
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$205.72
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From Rome: Wine tasting and Tivoli - Private Tour
Thanks to this 6-hours private tour you will discover natural and artistic treasures not far form the Eternal City.
The wine tasting will let you appreciate the local products and a stroll through Tivoli will show you an interesting historical town
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$236.58
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$236.58
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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From Rome: private Wine tasting and Nemi Tour *special meals - Private Tour
Enjoy this private tour throughout the Castelli Romani area.
You will discover the gastronomic, natural and artistic treasures of this region not far from the Eternal City all in one day!
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$277.31
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$277.31
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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Mountain bike tour
Take a ride on a mountain bike to explore the countryside of Rome and enjoy the numerous vantage points and hills of this ancient area.
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$148.11
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$148.11
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